Quote by José Saramago
““Je s podivem, s jakou lehkostí hovoří lidé o budoucnosti, jako by ji drželi v ruce, jako by měli moc budoucnost oddálit nebo naopak přiblížit podle okamžitých potřeb a požadavků.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “Skleněná růže” (The Crystal Rose) by José Saramago, 1995
People speak of the future as if they can control it, treating it like a tangible object that can be delayed or hastened to suit immediate desires.
In simple terms: People act like they can hold and shape the future.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the limits of control over future events.
Themes
control
future
uncertainty
human nature
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
cautious
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- political planning
- personal goal setting
- economic forecasting
- environmental policy
Key Concepts
determinism
agency
temporal perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How does believing you can control the future affect your decisions?
- What are the risks of treating the future as a tool?
A Different Perspective
Future outcomes are influenced by many factors beyond human will.
